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Holbrook House

3.5 star property
Travelers find a welcoming retreat near Bar Harbor Whale Watching, where a crackling fireplace, garden setting, and library create a perfect spot to unwind

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Holbrook House welcomes visitors with its inviting atmosphere. Guests can read in the garden, browse books by the lobby fireplace, or enjoy complimentary coffee and tea. Free self parking adds to the experience, consistently earning positive reviews from travelers.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Room options

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Seafarer - Queen Deluxe Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Seafarer - Queen Deluxe Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Seafarer - Queen Deluxe Room)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Rainfall showerhead
Hydromassage showerhead
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Blue Ribbon - King Balcony Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Blue Ribbon - King Balcony Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Blue Ribbon - King Balcony Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Premium Room, Private Bathroom (Compass Rose - King, Balcony Room)

Premium Room, Private Bathroom (Compass Rose - King, Balcony Room)

Premium Room, Private Bathroom (Compass Rose - King, Balcony Room)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Frenchmans Bay - Queen Fireplace Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Frenchmans Bay - Queen Fireplace Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Frenchmans Bay - Queen Fireplace Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, Private Bathroom (Lafayette - King Suite)

Suite, Private Bathroom (Lafayette - King Suite)

Suite, Private Bathroom (Lafayette - King Suite)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Fiddlehead - Queen Balcony Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Fiddlehead - Queen Balcony Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Fiddlehead - Queen Balcony Room)

Highlights

Patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Garden - Queen Standard Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Garden - Queen Standard Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Garden - Queen Standard Room)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Classic Room, Private Bathroom (Driftwood - Queen Fireplace Room)

Classic Room, Private Bathroom (Driftwood - Queen Fireplace Room)

Classic Room, Private Bathroom (Driftwood - Queen Fireplace Room)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Separate bedroom
Heating
Blackout curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Somes Sound - Queen Fireplace Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Somes Sound - Queen Fireplace Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Somes Sound - Queen Fireplace Room)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Wardrobe
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, Private Bathroom (Beachcomber - King Fireplace Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Beachcomber - King Fireplace Room)

Room, Private Bathroom (Beachcomber - King Fireplace Room)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Blackout curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Bathrobes
Hydromassage showerhead
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Bar Harbor, Holbrook House is in the historical district. Bar Harbor Whale Watching is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Grant Park and Shore Path. Criterion Theater and Acadia National Park are two other places to visit that come recommended. Enjoy the great outdoors with rock climbing and hiking/biking trails, or hop on a segway for hire nearby and explore all the area has to offer. Visit our Bar Harbor travel guide
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Map
74 Mount Desert Street, Bar Harbor, ME, 04609

What's nearby

  • Village Green featuring autumn leaves and a garden
    Village Green
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Bar Harbor, Maine USA
    Bar Harbor Whale Watching
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Acadia National Park featuring forest scenes, a lake or waterhole and wetlands
    Acadia National Park
    18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • West Street Historic District
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Shore Path
    13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Bar Harbor, ME (BHB-Hancock County - Bar Harbor)
    21 min drive

Restaurants

  • Thirsty Whale
    9 min walk
  • Aloha
    5 min walk
  • Choco-Latte
    9 min walk
  • Jordan's Restaurant
    6 min walk
  • Side Street Cafe
    8 min walk

About this property

Holbrook House

Bed & breakfast near Bar Harbor Whale Watching
Located close to Criterion Theater and Shore Path, Holbrook House provides a garden, a library and a fireplace in reception. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and free newspapers
  • A water dispenser and coffee/tea in reception
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities such as free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Designer toiletries and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1876
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Guests should be aware that a dog resides at this property.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Holbrook House B&B Bar Harbor
Holbrook House B&B
Holbrook House Bar Harbor
Holbrook House Hotel Bar Harbor
Holbrook House Bar Harbor
Holbrook House Bar Harbor
Holbrook House Bed & breakfast
Holbrook House Bed & breakfast Bar Harbor

Frequently asked questions

Is Holbrook House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Holbrook House?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holbrook House?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Holbrook House?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Where is Holbrook House located?

Situated in the historical district, this bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of Criterion Theater, Grant Park and Bar Harbor Whale Watching. Shore Path and Acadia National Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Holbrook House Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.8

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 168 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Liked: Amenities
Really cool place. Owners were awesome. Breakfasts were phenomenal. Walkable into town. Loved our room had a small private deck
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly and a great location within walking distances to everything in the area. We absolutely loved our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very friendly and helpful staff. Breakfasts were very good as well. Great place overall and glad we stayed here.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Holbrook House was an ideal location for our trip to Bar Harbor. A nice walk to town and an easy way to Acadia Park. The accommodations were lovely and the breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Nice

Nice Inn on a busy street. Short walk to Main Street. Exterior is beautifully landscaped and a nice front porch. Our room was a bit small, but very clean and comfy. Hosts are busy but helpful and friendly. Breakfast was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Amenities
The location was ideal. Michelle and Eric were great hosts. And the food was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Nice location and excellent breakfast. Rooms don't look like photo on website. Room was small and Victorian feel and bed not comfortable. Fortunately we didn't spend time in room. Breakfast was the highlight prepared by a former chef. Just wish coffee was stronger/better prepared but they did have a Keurig machine as alternative.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralph D.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great bed and bathroom. Nice morning breakfast.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very nice … the food was great. Easy 5 minute walk into Main Street.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Checking in was easy, the host were friendly and the location was perfect. Highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had the best stay at the Holbrook house. Eric and Michelle were super accommodating when checking in. We looked forward to each morning with Michelle’s breakfasts. The place was clean and tidy and had its own country/bay side charm. They definitely make you feel right at home. The house was walking distance from bar island and Frenchman bay and all the downtown restaurants and shops. Eric was very helpful and knowledgeable on where to go. Would definitely recommend Holbrook house to anyone that is planning on visiting Bar Harbor.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Holbrook House exceeded our expectations. The ambiance was warm, welcoming, and accommodating. The breakfasts were delicious! We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great 3 night stay!

Amazing older house converted into a bed and breakfast. Breakfasts were wonderful! Room was small and did miss having a TV during Hurricane Milton.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time to Maine and stayed 4 nights here. They were very accommodating, breakfasts were delightful, and so helpful. I highly recommend staying here!!! Loved everything about it!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hillard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very well maintained, clean, comfortable house within easy walking distance to Bar Harbor main street but not too close to the crowds and traffic. Breakfasts were excellent and the garden was beautiful! Would highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved this Bed & Breakfast! Eric was a great host and incredibly friendly. The rooms were lovely and very clean. The breakfast was great and the property was gorgeous and well maintained. Rocking chairs on the porch were the icing on the cake. Would highly recommend anyone staying here!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I liked the feel/ambience of this BnB. Although on the main road to Bar Harbor proper, it was quiet yet easily accessible via a 10-min walk to shops, restaurants, and the shore walk. Adjacent to Acadia Natl Park, this is also a great base from which to explore all the park has to offer. Our room was clean, if basic (i.e., no tv or other hotel-like amenities), but we did not miss anything. The outstanding feature was the breakfast--first rate in every way and so filling/nourishing that we could skip lunch. Highly recommend for a 2-3 day stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a wonderful place from which to explore Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor! The B&B is clean and comfortable, and it has a lovely porch and backyard if you want to spend a little time relaxing outdoors. The hosts are warm and welcoming and have great suggestions for dining throughout Bar Harbor (our two best meals were Eric’s recommendations). My partner and I wanted to spend long days hiking in the park, and we greatly appreciated the takeaway breakfast options—they were delicious and incredibly convenient for us. Based on the quality of the takeaway breakfast and the lovely treats they set out in the afternoon, I have no doubt that the full breakfast is amazing! The inn is just a short walk from the main Bar Harbor area, which means you get a little reprieve from the noise while still having access to all the restaurants and shops. We couldn’t have asked for more, and we’d absolutely stay here again if we return!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely traditional place
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nichola

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at Holbrook House. It is a beautiful well cared for property with everything that you need. Thoroughly enjoyed the breakfasts and the host was very pleasant. Would recommend a stay there if you are in the area
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful place to stay highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

When you enter in, it is a very calm and peaceful environment. Very clean. People very friendly and accommodating. Breakfast is great. Wonderful location to town. Only feedback would be try to get a room on the backside away from the street as sometimes you can hear traffic.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Eric and his team were wonderful. We feel so lucky that they had a last minute room available for a few days. A delightful and special place to stay. Breakfast and snacks were delicious and plentiful. Bed was comfortable and the shower was HEAVEN. This B&B is just a couple of blocks from the main street of Bar Harbor. We only used our car to drive to Acadia, minutes away from Holbrook House. There is even a park shuttle close, if you don't want to take your car into the park. We cannot wait to go back!!! Highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay! Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
wonderful hosts in a lovely property convenient to downtown
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023